October 22, 2021

“Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Photo of Roseate Spoonbill by Martha Huard. The popular "Ding" Darling refuge is gearing up for a variety of programs for the upcoming 2021-22 season on Sanibel & Captiva...
October 19, 2021

INTO THE SEA by Stanislav Plutenko

INTO THE SEA depicts workers shoveling dollars into a large ship named “Ivan Susanin.” Ivan Susanin is a national Russian hero of early 17th century. According to the popular legend...
October 13, 2021

New Intern At “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge — Meet Hayley Caylor

Hayley Caylor recently arrived from Seminole, Fla., to help J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge with staff shortages in the coming season as the Harkey Development & Communications Intern ...  
October 12, 2021

Museum’s Science Director & Curator Dr. José H. Leal Attends Research Expedition

Earlier this month, National Shell Museum’s Science Director & Curator Dr. José H. Leal participated in a research cruise off the coast of Florida’s Big Bend, in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico....
October 10, 2021

DREAM by Stanislav Plutenko

DREAM is an original work by Stanislav Plutenko produced in Oil and Tempera on Canvas (43×51) and will be featured in the next issue of Island Scene magazine. Plutenko is represented by the East West Fine Art gallery in the Mercato in Naples….
October 5, 2021

Dr. Leal’s “Spooky Mollusks & Other Evils Of the Deep” in Halloween Special

The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum concludes its free 11-session Celebrating 25 Years virtual lecture series just in time for Halloween. The final lecture, “Spooky Mollusks and other Evils of the Deep”, will be led by José H. Leal, Ph.D....
October 5, 2021

Stunning Artwork By Stanislav Plutenko

Here is a new image by Stanislav Plutenko. This gondola scene could take place in any number of cities in Europe and has a timeless quality....
October 2, 2021

IMAG History & Science Center, A Tourist Destination, Celebrates 25 Years!

Bringing inspiration to life, the IMAG History & Science Center is marking their 25th anniversary of serving the Southwest Florida community this year with “An Evening of Celebration and Inspiration.”....
September 29, 2021

BIG ARTS Invites Artists to Submit Their Works For Juried Exhibition

BIG ARTS is pleased to invite artists to submit their artwork for its annual juried exhibition in the Dunham Family Gallery. This year’s show entitled “Creative Ventures” asks artists to explore new ideas, styles, and mediums, resulting in fresh one-of-a-kind works....
September 27, 2021

Vacationers and Residents Enjoy Marine Activities at Sanibel Sea School

Part of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Family, Sanibel Sea School’s mission is to improve the ocean’s future one person at a time. Through half-day courses, week-long camps, and community outreach programs...
September 23, 2021

Sneak Preview! Fashion Shoot With Rachel Pierce At The Bubble Room

Former NBC-2 News Anchor and new Sanibel resident Rachel Pierce poses on the grounds of the Bubble Room on Captiva Island! Look for the print edition of Island Scene magazine starting January 1, 2022…
September 17, 2021

Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum connects people to the natural world through their love of shells and the animals that create them. Its mission is to use exceptional collections, aquariums, programs, experiences, and science to be the nation’s leading museum...
October 22, 2021

“Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Photo of Roseate Spoonbill by Martha Huard. The popular "Ding" Darling refuge is gearing up for a variety of programs for the upcoming 2021-22 season on Sanibel & Captiva...
October 19, 2021

INTO THE SEA by Stanislav Plutenko

INTO THE SEA depicts workers shoveling dollars into a large ship named “Ivan Susanin.” Ivan Susanin is a national Russian hero of early 17th century. According to the popular legend...
October 13, 2021

New Intern At “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge — Meet Hayley Caylor

Hayley Caylor recently arrived from Seminole, Fla., to help J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge with staff shortages in the coming season as the Harkey Development & Communications Intern ...  
October 12, 2021

Museum’s Science Director & Curator Dr. José H. Leal Attends Research Expedition

Earlier this month, National Shell Museum’s Science Director & Curator Dr. José H. Leal participated in a research cruise off the coast of Florida’s Big Bend, in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico....
October 10, 2021

DREAM by Stanislav Plutenko

DREAM is an original work by Stanislav Plutenko produced in Oil and Tempera on Canvas (43×51) and will be featured in the next issue of Island Scene magazine. Plutenko is represented by the East West Fine Art gallery in the Mercato in Naples….
October 5, 2021

Dr. Leal’s “Spooky Mollusks & Other Evils Of the Deep” in Halloween Special

The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum concludes its free 11-session Celebrating 25 Years virtual lecture series just in time for Halloween. The final lecture, “Spooky Mollusks and other Evils of the Deep”, will be led by José H. Leal, Ph.D....
October 5, 2021

Stunning Artwork By Stanislav Plutenko

Here is a new image by Stanislav Plutenko. This gondola scene could take place in any number of cities in Europe and has a timeless quality....
October 2, 2021

IMAG History & Science Center, A Tourist Destination, Celebrates 25 Years!

Bringing inspiration to life, the IMAG History & Science Center is marking their 25th anniversary of serving the Southwest Florida community this year with “An Evening of Celebration and Inspiration.”....
September 29, 2021

BIG ARTS Invites Artists to Submit Their Works For Juried Exhibition

BIG ARTS is pleased to invite artists to submit their artwork for its annual juried exhibition in the Dunham Family Gallery. This year’s show entitled “Creative Ventures” asks artists to explore new ideas, styles, and mediums, resulting in fresh one-of-a-kind works....
September 27, 2021

Vacationers and Residents Enjoy Marine Activities at Sanibel Sea School

Part of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Family, Sanibel Sea School’s mission is to improve the ocean’s future one person at a time. Through half-day courses, week-long camps, and community outreach programs...
September 23, 2021

Sneak Preview! Fashion Shoot With Rachel Pierce At The Bubble Room

Former NBC-2 News Anchor and new Sanibel resident Rachel Pierce poses on the grounds of the Bubble Room on Captiva Island! Look for the print edition of Island Scene magazine starting January 1, 2022…
September 17, 2021

Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum

The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum connects people to the natural world through their love of shells and the animals that create them. Its mission is to use exceptional collections, aquariums, programs, experiences, and science to be the nation’s leading museum...